How much does a special education teacher make in Nebraska?
$62,760a year
Median yearly pay for special education teachers in Nebraska. That is $30.17 an hour or $5,230 a month.
- Hourly
- $30.17
- Vs. national median
- -3%
- Rank among states
- 20 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 80
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,690Median: $62,760Highest 10%: $82,010
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,690 | $17.64 | |
| 25th | $49,280 | $23.69 | |
| Median | $62,760 | $30.17 | |
| 75th | $72,180 | $34.70 | |
| 90th | $82,010 | $39.43 |
Cities in Nebraska
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Omaha, NE | $62,760 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for special education teachers.
| 17. New Mexico | $66,010 |
| 18. Texas | $65,680 |
| 19. Iowa | $63,540 |
| 20. Nebraska | $62,760 |
| 21. Illinois | $62,580 |
| 22. Missouri | $62,250 |
| 23. New Hampshire | $61,720 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a special education teacher make an hour in Nebraska?
The median hourly pay in Nebraska is $30.17 ($62,760 a year).
Do special education teachers make more in Nebraska than the national average?
No: $62,760 against $64,830 nationally, 3% less.
Where does Nebraska rank for special education teacher pay?
Nebraska ranks 20 of 45 states.
Which city in Nebraska pays special education teachers the most?
Omaha, NE-IA, with a median of $62,760 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.